Create Imperfect Creations

Hello Molly here

I am 11 years old and I created U Shape Us with my mum.  I wanted to share what I think about creativity.

I think creativity is important for kids because it helps them grow their knowledge. 

Being creative makes me feel happy because it fun to be creative 

Sometimes things stop kids from being creative. This includes being self conscious/ thinking what other people might think (which is mostly not true, it's just your thoughts) and just not giving it a go.

To kids who feel this way I want to say no one is perfect at everything and as long as you try and give it a go and not let your thoughts get in the way you will surprise yourself.  You might think you're not good at being creative but if you don't say that to yourself then you will be better than what you thought.

Also you can change your thoughts with one three letter word. Do you know what it is? YET, yes the word yet can change something bad into something good, like i'm not good at art YET or i’m not good at dancing YET. 

Sometimes people are gifted at creativity and you might look at something they have done and try to be ‘better’ than them.  If you feel this way I want to say again no one is perfect and some people might just be more experienced than you.  I have a friend and she is amazing at drawing, me not so much and I'm a good swimmer, her not so much but i don't think i need to be amazing at drawing and she doesn't need to be good at swimming, no one is better or worse we are just good at different things .

Creativity is not just about art.  Creativity can be about dancing, making something (like an object, game or music), writing a book or play, acting and more.  I like to make music and write short stories.

I think it is important for kids to show their imaginative side because everyone can imagine things together instead of one person on their own.

U Shape Us is a fun, enjoyable card game that helps kids to be creative.  The game encourages players to imagine fun activities and share these ideas with others, you also draw these ideas (NON PERFECT IDEAS).

U Shape Us is a game for people aged 5 and up. It’s perfect to help make new friends or break the ice towards new people. Playing U Shape Us makes me feel good because I like to show my imaginative side, I like sharing my ideas with others and hearing other people's ideas.  

Let's create imperfect creations.

Molly.

PS. Me and my mum are selling our game through a crowdfunding campaign from 22 October to 20 November 2023.  You can support our campaign by liking our facebook page or subscribe here for email updates.

www.ushapeus.com.au

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